1. Destroyed Property

    DESTROYED PROPERTY CLAIM TAXPAYER'S CLAIM FOR REDUCTION OF ASSESSMENTS AND THE ABATEMENT OF TAXES RESULTING FROM DESTROYED REAL OR PERSONAL PROPERTY, OR LOSS OF VALUE IN A DECLARED DISASTER AREA RCW 84.70.010 AND RCW 84.70.040Eligibility:Claims must be filed with the County Assessor within three (3) years of the date of destruction or loss of value.No relief shall be given to any person who is convicted of arson with regard to the property for which relief is sought.Assessment Reduction:Any real or personal property that has been placed upon the Assessment Roll as of January 1 of the assessment year in which …


    Assessor - March 30, 2018, 9:36 a.m.


  2. Domestic Violence/Civil Protection Orders

    Obtaining a Civil Protection Order If you are in imminent danger or know someone in imminent danger from domestic violence, dial 9-1-1 immediately! Who is eligible for a Civil Protection Order? Civil Protection OrdersWashington State law allows a person (called the Petitioner) to file a civil case asking the court to grant an order to protect them from another person (called the Respondent) whose behavior is abusive, threatening, exploitative, or harassing. Washington State law on civil protection orders can be found here: RCW 7.105.A single petition is used when filing for a protection order that includes the following types of …


    Clerk - Feb. 11, 2009, 9:04 a.m.


  3. Planning Commission

    The Lewis County Planning Commission is providing options for public access to the meeting in person, online and by phone. Planning Commission meetings take place at the Lewis County Community Development & Environmental Health Building at 125 NW Chehalis Ave, Chehalis. Alternatively, the public may participate via Zoom using the information in the Meeting Agenda.Meeting Materials:Agenda - 07/22/2025Meeting Notes - 07/22/20252025-07-22 All Written Testimony2025-07-17 Staff Report Short Term Rentals2025-07-17 Staff Report Other Development Regulations2025-07-17 Memo to File - Futurewise


    Community Development - Jan. 9, 2025, 3:14 p.m.


  4. Planning Commission

    The Lewis County Planning Commission is providing options for public access to the meeting in person, online and by phone. Planning Commission meetings take place at the Lewis County Community Development & Environmental Health Building at 125 NW Chehalis Ave, Chehalis. Alternatively, the public may participate via Zoom using the information in the Meeting Agenda.Meeting Materials:Agenda - 10/28/2025Meeting Notes - 10/28/2025Staff Report: Critical Areas OrdinanceStaff Presentation: Critical Areas Ordinance


    Community Development - Jan. 9, 2025, 3:26 p.m.


  5. Projects

    Eradication: Class A Noxious Weeds Class A noxious weeds are Lewis County Noxious Weed Control's highest priority for early detection and rapid eradication. Generally, these noxious weeds are either entirely absent in Washington State or are only present in a very limited distribution. As such, and as required by law, the management goal for these weed species is total eradication in all plant parts. Garlic mustard, Giant hogweed, False brome and Milk thistle are all examples of Class A noxious weeds that have become more common in the state in recent years and could conceivably arrive in Lewis County from …


    Weed Control - March 20, 2015, 1:11 p.m.


  6. Lewis County receives funds from U.S. Dept. of the Interior

    On June 24, 2025, Lewis County received PILT funds from the U.S. Department of the Interior. Please click here for information regarding past and current year Payments in Lieu of Taxes.To view the press release from U.S. Department of the Interior, please click here.


    Treasurer - June 26, 2025, 9 a.m.


  7. Lewis County transfer stations are closed for Thanksgiving Day

    Happy Thanksgiving! Lewis County transfer stations in Centralia and Morton are closed today, Nov. 27, in observance of the Thanksgiving Day Holiday. They will resume regular hours on Friday, Nov. 28. The administration office at the Centralia site, however, will be closed until Monday, Dec. 1.


    Solid Waste - July 1, 2025, 11:07 a.m.


  8. 2026 Budget

    Budget Documents and Reports 2026 Budget Call Letter2025-2026 Budget CalendarBudget OverviewPreliminary Budget Memo 9-9-2025 Preliminary Budget Reports *The percent of change is based on estimated year-end projections as of 8/16/2025Summary Preliminary Budget ReportsGeneral Fund | By Department - 2026 Preliminary Revenue Estimates - SummaryGeneral Fund | By Department - 2026 Preliminary Expenditure SummaryPreliminary Revenue ReportsAll Funds| By Department/Fund - 2026 Preliminary Revenue Estimates - SummaryAll Funds | By Department/Fund - 2026 Preliminary Revenue Estimates- DetailPreliminary Expenditure ReportsAll Funds | By Department/Fund - 2026 Preliminary Expenditures Estimates - SummaryAll Funds | By Department/Fund - 2026 Preliminary Expenditures Estimates- Detail


    Budget - Aug. 25, 2025, 11:31 a.m.


  9. Planning Commission

    The Lewis County Planning Commission is providing options for public access to the meeting in person, online and by phone. Planning Commission meetings take place at the Lewis County Community Development & Environmental Health Building at 125 NW Chehalis Ave, Chehalis. Alternatively, the public may participate via Zoom using the information in the Meeting Agenda.Meeting Materials:Agenda - 05/13/2025Meeting Notes - 05/13/20252025-05-09 DRAFT Comprehensive Plan Redline Version2025-05-09 Staff Report: Potential Motions


    Community Development - Jan. 9, 2025, 3:08 p.m.


  10. Planning Commission

    The Lewis County Planning Commission is providing options for public access to the meeting in person, online and by phone. Planning Commission meetings take place at the Lewis County Community Development & Environmental Health Building at 125 NW Chehalis Ave, Chehalis. Alternatively, the public may participate via Zoom using the information in the Meeting Agenda.Meeting Materials:Agenda - 1/27/2026Draft Meeting Notes - 1/13/2026Short Term Rental Advisory Committee Bylaws


    Community Development - Nov. 4, 2025, 11:07 a.m.